Resurfacing - Ultra Thin Bonded Wearing Course / DPW

This contract involves municipal resurfacing of multiple city streets in Worcester, MA using an Ultra‑Thin Bonded Wearing Course (UTBWC). The work includes excavation, base preparation, asphalt placement, milling, utility adjustments, and the installation of traffic control and pavement markings. The project must be completed by June 30 2027, with a final substantive completion deadline and a winter‑shutdown stabilization requirement. The City of Worcester is the procuring agency, and J.H. Lynch & Sons, Inc. was the awardee. The bid was submitted on a unit‑price basis, and the contract includes a lump‑sum reserve of $84,800 for unforeseen items. • Core scope: UTBWC resurfacing, milling, fine grading, and related civil works. • Technical specs: 9.5 mm Level 2 Superpave binder, CRS‑1P emulsion (0.18‑0.22 gal/yd²), no control strip, temporary tape, and permanent striping required. • Timeline: Approximately 12‑month duration ending 30 June 2027, with a bid opening on 8 July 2026.